Please check our Calendar page or Home page for monthly dates and times, or call us at 781-444-9341. Most classes start at 7 pm in the evening.

Classes

CROCHET BASICS

Crochet is incredibly versatile! Make anything from a potholder to a bedspread, cowl, poncho or basket. Whether you’re a beginner or would like to get reacquainted with crochet, this is the class for you. We’ll start with granny squares, basic crochet stitches and then get you started on your first project. Students will receive attention to their individual needs and goals.

Mondays, 7-9 PM. $72.00

About the teacher: Laurel Miller has been stitching from childhood and taught crochet, needlepoint, and quilting for years at Newton Adult Ed. She brings her enthusiasm for crochet, knitting and fiber fun to Creative Warehouse, working there on Fridays and every other Saturday. See her work on Ravelry as “skippedastitch.”

UFO

We all have unfinished projects. Come to the UFO group and Elissa will help you get back on track so you can clear space for you new projects. This class meets just about every other Monday night. Call to reserve your spot.

$25.00 Check the calendar for dates 6:00 – 8:00

Huck Embroidery

Huck Embroidery is also known as Huck Weaving or Swedish Weaving. It was popular in the late 1940’s when homemakers used embroidery floss to decorate the borders of towels. Today, you can make afghans, baby blankets, pillows, wall hangings, table linens, Tallit and more. Our teacher, Fran, has been teaching Swedish Weaving for over 10 years. Join the “HAPPY HUCKERS” and learn this easy technique for creating one of a kind lovely heirloom pieces.

This class will teach you how to pick-up dropped stitches, correct mistakes, read stitches and count rows. Save your sweaters, whether they are old favorites or new projects, store-bought or handmade! Learn to repair moth holes, rips and dropped stitches. Go back and fix a stitch without tearing out your work. Fix pulls, cables, and buttonholes that are too large.

You have found the pattern and the yarn, but it’s not the yarn the pattern calls for. In this one night class, learn the formulas needed to adjust the yarns and patterns to work together. If you have something in mind, bring it with you.

Gail is full of inspiration and a wealth of weaving knowledge. In this class you’ll learn measuring, warping, picking colors, finishing techniques, design – color and weaving for a Rigid Heddle loom. Looms can be purchased or rent to own.

In addition to the Schacht Spindle Cricket loom we are excited to welcome the Erica 4 harness table loom from Louet to the shop. Stop by and see all the beautiful projects you can make on both of these sweet little looms.

Tuesday evenings, 7-9pm. $80.00 for 4 classes or $22.00 for single session drop-in

Wednesday mornings with Karen. Karen will share with you her vast knowledge of knitting and crocheting. She makes it easy to understand your pattern and the stitches. Karen knows just how to help you add your own personal touches. You can even combine knitting and crochet. A great class for any level.

Wednesdays 9:30 – 11:30 am 6 classes $80.00 good for one year or $18 per class. Please call ahead

STITCH-A-LONG Thursday nights with Elissa.

It’s fun to knit or crochet with others. Thursday nights you can do that here, you can work on your project with the company of others and get help if you need it. All levels welcome.

Thursdays 7:00 – 9:00 pm. Please call ahead if you plan to come. 6 classes $80.00 good for one year or $18 per class. The class is on-going. Call or check our Home page for dates

FINISHING with Elissa.

There is no greater joy than a perfect seam and beautiful shoulders. Or how about the pleasure when you finish something and it fits and looks great. In this one night workshop learn tips on picking up stitches, sewing seams, tucking ends, and blocking with confidence.

In this class, children 6 years and older learn the basics of knitting. Bring your mom, dad or special person with you and learn together. All skill levels are welcome. This class meets October – March, Sundays 4:30-5:30 Spring and Summer classes are available. Call or check our Home page for dates $60.00 for 4 classes $20.00 drop-in.

SOCK TALK with Tracey

One needle, two needles or four needles. Making socks if fun! It’s easy and portable. Once you’ve mastered knitting socks you will find you can use the same technique (knitting in the round) for knitting so many other things: mittens, gloves, hats and more! Supplies can be purchased at the shop before class.

4 classes for $72.00 or drop-in for $20.00 per class Call or check our Home page for dates

CIRCLE OF FRIENDS

Do you have a circle of friends who like to knit together? Schedule a night out at Creative Warehouse with your special circle of friends. It is our pleasure to open our doors to you. Please bring food for our local food pantry.

DONATION KNITTING

We accept and find homes for all types of knitted or crochet items all year. Remember there is a head for every hat and a lap for every blanket.

PRIVATE CLASSES by appointment.

$30 per hour Please call for details

Clubs

No fees except for a food pantry contribution: either a non-perishable food item or a $10.00 donation to the Needham food pantry.

SATURDAY NIGHT KNITTING CLUB (SNKC)

This warm and intimate group welcomes everyone for 2 hours of just hanging out and having fun working on your project. Make new friends, share new techniques and recipes, show and tell. Bring a contribution for theNeedham food pantry. This group meets just about every other Saturday night from 5-7:00. Call or check ourHomepage for dates.

CRICKET CLUB

7:00-9:00 pm on the 4th Tuesday of the month. No charge, but bring a contribution for the Needham food pantry. Call or check our Home page for dates

BLANKET BUDDIES

We are making Norah’s Vintage Afghan, shown here: Norah’s Vintage Afghan. This afghan is made up of 20 different squares. Knit each one separately then sew them together. The blanket will open your eyes to new cables, new fun! Yarn must be purchased from Creative Warehouse to participate. This is a club so you know the rules: bring food for the Needham Food Pantry. 15% off your purchase of yarn for this blanket. Lots of yarn choices (to get this deal you must purchase all the yarn at one time, no lay-a-ways or special orders)